Who Gets to Go First? | AV Under the Hood

When audio starts breaking up or video begins to freeze, it's easy to assume the network needs more bandwidth. In this installment of AV Under the Hood, Dustin Myers explores why congestion and bandwidth aren't the same thing, how switches decide which traffic gets priority, and why understanding Quality of Service (QoS) can help AV professionals become better partners with their network teams. It's a practical look at the question every network eventually has to answer: who gets to go first? Read More

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August 18, 2026

Spotlight on Lisle Waldron | Tech Manager Spotlight

Lisle Waldron's path into higher ed technology began with answering phones, carrying CRT televisions, and helping wherever he could. Today, he leads multimedia and audiovisual services at the University of Trinidad and Tobago while advocating for sustainability, succession planning, and stronger technology governance in higher education. In this Tech Manager Spotlight, Lisle shares lessons from his unconventional career journey, his leadership philosophy, and why higher ed technology managers deserve a seat at the table. Read More

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August 17, 2026

347: Private Equity’s Growing Presence in the AV Industry | The AV Life Podcast

Recorded on August 11, 2026 What happens when private equity enters AV? This week’s AV Life Podcast is a wide-ranging episode that moves from higher education AV events into one of the industry’s biggest business questions about private equity’s growing presence in AV. The group recaps the Buffalo Roadshow, discussing how HETMA continues evolving its... Read More

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August 17, 2026

Starting the Prism Journey with Edin Newton | Prism Spotlight

Edin Newton, Audiovisual Systems Integration Engineer at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, has built a career fueled by curiosity, creativity, and a passion for learning. From running AV for high school theater productions to designing, integrating, and supporting audiovisual systems across campus, Newton has embraced every opportunity to grow. As a member of the 2026-2027 Prism cohort, he is pursuing his CTS while supporting students, advocating for representation in the industry, and expanding his impact within the higher ed AV community. Read More

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August 13, 2026

A Seat at the Table | IT in AV

In this edition of IT in AV, James King takes a closer look at one of the most common frustrations in technology leadership: being treated as an afterthought. Inspired by the premise of Silo, this article explores why IT teams are often left out of planning conversations despite supporting nearly every aspect of modern operations, and what technology professionals can do to become more visible, proactive partners within their organizations. Read More

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August 13, 2026

85: Jamison Vandenberg Joins the brAVe [space] | brAVe [space]

What does it take to build the next generation of AV professionals? Jamison Vandenberg joins brAVe [space] to talk about bringing students into AV, building confidence through hands-on experience, and helping them discover where their strengths can take them. Read More

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August 12, 2026

Starting the Prism Journey with Teiko Johnson | Prism Spotlight

With more than 25 years of experience in audiovisual technology and leadership, Teiko Johnson, Senior Audio Visual Manager at Morehouse School of Medicine, has built a career focused on supporting learning environments, mentoring others, and advancing technology services across higher education. As a 2026 Prism Scholar, Johnson is eager to expand his leadership skills, connect with peers across the AV community, and continue advocating for mentorship, representation, and professional growth within the industry. Read More

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August 10, 2026

346: In the Heat of Summer–From Classrooms to Coaching Sports | The AV Life Podcast

Recorded on August 4, 2026 This week’s AV Life heats up as storms continue to wreak havoc on life and projects across the nation. Tim Van Woeart, Murphy Daley, Renee Benson, Brandy Johnson, James King, and guest Steve Borho discuss the pressures of late-summer AV work in higher education. Murphy shares a project-management reminder: focus... Read More

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August 10, 2026

My Take : The HETMA Roadshow at SUNY Buffalo

The Buffalo HETMA Roadshow delivered impressive classrooms, insightful presentations, and plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues from across higher education. From Buffalo's approach to learning space documentation and classroom standardization to its work around space utilization and planning, the event provided a closer look at how intentional processes can create long-term success. More importantly, it reinforced that the strongest technology environments are built on a foundation of people, relationships, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Read More

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August 7, 2026

Leveraging AI to Make AV More Human | Business of AV with Joe Way

AI has the potential to make AV more human by allowing technology to understand what people are trying to accomplish and adapt around them. When intelligent systems remove friction, personalize experiences, and connect AV across the enterprise, technology stops demanding attention and starts helping people connect, teach, create, and collaborate. Read More

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August 6, 2026

Understanding Multicast Without the Buzzwords | AV Under the Hood

Multicast is one of the most misunderstood concepts in AV-over-IP, often explained through acronyms before anyone explains why it matters. In this installment of AV Under the Hood, Dustin Myers takes a practical, AV-focused approach to multicast, showing how a single stream can reach countless displays without overwhelming the network. Along the way, he demystifies concepts like IGMP Snooping and the IGMP Querier, helping readers understand not just how multicast works, but the problem it was designed to solve. Read More

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August 5, 2026

Starting the Prism Journey with Sabastian Kwantreng | Prism Spotlight

Continuing our Prism Spotlight series, Starting the Prism Journey, we're excited to introduce Sabastian Kwantreng of George Mason University. This series highlights the newest Prism Scholars at the beginning of their scholarship experience, sharing the diverse paths, perspectives, and aspirations that brought them to the program. In this spotlight, Sabastian reflects on the mentors who encouraged him, his desire to grow his AV knowledge, and what he hopes to gain from the Prism experience. By sharing stories like Sabastian's, we hope to celebrate our current scholars while encouraging future applicants to see a place for themselves in higher education AV. Read More

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